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October 21, 2006
Yellow Naped Amazon

Animal Description:

  • Common Name:   Amazon - Yellow Crowned
  • Other Common Names:   Yellow Crowned Amazon, Yellow Fronted Amazon, Yellow crowned Amazon, Yellow Headed Amazon
  • Scientific Name:   Amazona ochrocephala ochrocephala 
  • Group:  Amazon
  • Origin or Range:  South America 
  • Relative Size:  Larger Than Average 
  • Average Lifespan:  70 years
  • Compatibility:  Average
 

The Yellow Crowned Amazon makes an excellent pet. Those lucky enough to have one in their homes boast of their friendly nature and excellent talking abilities.

Yellow Naped AmazonThe Yellow Crowned Amazon, also known as the Yellow Fronted Amazon, or Yellow Headed Amazon, is a very popular parrot in today's households. It is no surprise they enjoy much popularity due to their love of people and the ease with which they respond to taming. In addition, many are excellent talkers. Talking ability will vary between birds and there are not guarantees any bird will talk. This parrot has a love of flying and does very well if kept in an outdoor aviary, though they will also adapt to indoor cages as well. The Yellow Crowned Amazon is known for his loud voice. All Amazons are loud and the Yellow Crowned is perhaps the loudest. Do not get a Yellow Crowned Amazon if you are not prepared for a loud pet. The Yellow Crowned Amazon is one of the most affectionate Amazons, they quickly give as much love and attention to their owners as their owners bestow upon them. The Yellow Crown also has a great love of chewing. His love of chewing can lead to destructive behavior if he is not given plenty of toys suitable for chewing. 

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Posted by WebParrot at 10:43 PM |

October 20, 2006
Lilac Crowned Amazon
  • Common Name:  Amazon - Lilac Crowned
  • Other Common Names:  Lilac Crowned Amazon, Finsch's Amazon
  • Scientific Name:  Amazona finschi 
  • Group:  Amazon
  • Origin or Range:  Mexico
  • Relative Size:  Larger Than Average 
  • Average Lifespan:  50 years
  • Compatibility:  Average
MamacitaThe Lilac Crown Amazon is a favorite among many, and it's not surprising. This parrot has a sweet disposition and is quite lovely to behold. In addition, he is also an intelligent companion that will provide his owners with many years of happiness.

Best known for his even-tempered disposition, the Lilac Crown Amazon is a favorite among parrot fanciers. They tend to be more shy than some of the other Amazon species. There are two commonly recognized species of this Amazon - the standard Lilac Crown Amazon, also called 'Finsch's Amazon' (Amazona Finschi Finschi), and the Sonora Lilac Crowned Amazon (Amazona Finschi Woodi). The first species will be discussed here. The Lilac Crown Amazon is not as well known for talking as other Amazons, such as the Double Yellow Headed Amazon, but some maintain they are good talkers. Others hold that he usually is not much of a talker, but some will make surprisingly chatty companions.

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